7 Unpacking your dryer
7 Basic requirments
8 Ducting requirements
9 Important to installer
9 Location considerations
9 Alcove or closet installation
10 Mobile home installation
10 Exhausting
11 Gas requirements
11 Commonwealth of Massachusetts
installation instructions
12 Electrical requirements
12 Grounding
13 Electrical connections
14 Installation - General procedure
17 Connecting the Inlet Hose (DV48(5)
H7400E(G)* ONLY)
17 Final installation check list
18 Dryer Exhaust Tips
19 Door Reversal
21 Overview of the control panel
24 Child lock
24 Drum Light (DV48(5)H7400E(G)*,
DV45H7200E(G)* ONLY)
24 Sound
25 Smart Care (DV48(5)H7400E(G)*,
DV45H7200E(G)* ONLY)
26 Clean the lint filter
26 Load the dryer properly
26 Getting started
CARE AND CLEANING
27
SPECIAL LAUNDRY TIPS
27 Control Panel
27 Tumbler
27 Powder Coated Tumbler
27 Dryer Exterior
27 Dryer Exhaust System
28 Special laundry tips
28
TROUBLESHOOTING
29 Check these points if your dryer…
30 Information codes
31 Fabric care chart
32 Protecting the environment
32 Declaration of conformity
32 Specifications
33 Cycle chart
safety instructions
Congratulations on your new Samsung Dryer. This manual contains valuable
information on the installation, use, and care of your appliance. Please take the
time to read this manual to take full advantage of your dryer’s many benefits and
features.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Warnings and Important Safety Instructions in this manual do not cover all possible conditions and
situations that may occur. It is your responsibility to use common sense, caution, and care when installing,
maintaining, or operating your dryer.
Always contact your manufacturer about problems or conditions you do not understand.
IMPORTANT SAFETY SYMBOLS AND PRECAUTIONS
What the icons and signs in this user manual mean:
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in severe personal injury
or death.
WARNING
Follow the information in this manual to minimize the risk of fire or
explosion or to prevent property damage, personal injury, or death.
Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near
this or any other appliance.
CAUTION
These warning icons are here to prevent injury to you and others.
Please follow them explicitly.
After reading this section, keep it in a safe place for future reference.
Read all instructions before using the appliance.
Hazards or unsafe practices that may result in minor personal injury or property damage.
Do NOT attempt.
Do NOT disassemble.
Do NOT touch.
Follow directions explicitly.
Unplug the power plug from the wall socket.
Make sure the machine is grounded to prevent electric shock.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons when using your
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appliance, follow basic precautions, including the following:
1. Read all instructions before using this appliance.
2. Do not dry articles that have been previously cleaned in, washed in, soaked in,
or spotted with gasoline, dry-cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive
substances, as they give o vapors that could ignite or explode.
3. Do not use the dryer to dry clothes which have traces of any flammable substance,
such as vegetable oil, cooking oil, machine oil, flammable chemicals, thinner, etc., or
anything containing wax or chemicals, such as mops and cleaning cloths. Flammable
substances may cause the fabric to catch fire by itself.
4. Do not store or use gasoline or other flammable vapors and liquids near this or any
other appliance.
5. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the appliance is used near children.
6. Before the appliance is removed from service or discarded, remove the door to the
drying compartment.
7. Do not reach into the appliance if the drum is moving.
8. Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
9. Do not tamper with internal controls.
10. Do not repair or replace any part of the appliance or attempt any service unless
specifically recommended in the user-maintenance instructions or in published userrepair instructions that you understand and have the skills to carry out.
11. Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless recommended by the
manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
12. Clean the lint screen before or after each load.
13. Do not use heat to dry articles containing foam rubber or similarly textured rubber-like
materials.
14. Keep area around the exhaust opening and adjacent surrounding areas free from the
accumulation of lint, dust, and dirt.
15. The interior of the appliance and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by
qualified service personnel.
16. Do not place items exposed to cooking oils in your dryer. Items contaminated with
cooking oils may contribute to a chemical reaction that could cause a load to catch fire.
17. This appliance must be grounded. See “Electrical requirements” and ”Grounding” in
installing your dryer section.
18. Do not allow children to play on or in the appliance. Close supervision of children is
necessary when the appliance is used near children.
19. Do not insert your hand under the dryer.
- This may result in injury.
20. Take care that children’s fingers are not caught in the door when closing it.
- This may result in injury.
21. Control board and inlet valve are intentionally not grounded and may present a risk of
electric shock only during servicing.
- Do not contact this part while appliance is energized.
• State of California Proposition 65 Warnings (US only)
Gas Appliances:
This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
• Gas appliances can cause low-level exposure to Proposition 65 listed
substances, including but not limited to, benzene, carbon monoxide,
formaldehyde and soot, substances resulting from the incomplete
combustion of natural gas or LP fuels.
(foil type) duct is installed, it must be of a specific type identified by the appliance
manufacturer as suitable for use with clothes dryers. Flexible venting materials are
known to collapse, be easily crushed, and trap lint. These conditions will obstruct
clothes dryer airflow and increase the risk of fire.
• Do not dry items that have been previously cleaned, washed, soaked, or spotted with
gasoline, dry cleaning solvents, or other flammable or explosive substances. They
emit vapors that could ignite or explode. Any material that has been in contact with a
cleaning solvent or flammable liquids or solids should not be placed in the dryer until all
traces of these flammable liquids or solids and their fumes have been removed.
There are many highly flammable items used in homes, such as acetone, denatured
alcohol, gasoline, kerosene, some liquid household cleaners, some spot removers,
turpentine, waxes, and wax removers.
• Items containing foam rubber (may be labeled latex foam) or similarly textured rubberlike materials must not be dried on a heat setting. Heated foam rubber materials can,
under certain circumstances, produce fire by spontaneous combustion.
Do not allow children or pets to play on, in, or in front of the appliance. Close supervision is
necessary when the appliance is used near children and pets.
Before discarding or removing your dryer from service, remove the door to the drying
compartment to prevent children or animals from becoming trapped inside.
Do not reach into the appliance when the drum is moving.
Do not install or store this appliance where it will be exposed to the weather.
Do not tamper with controls.
Do not repair, replace, or attempt to service any part of the appliance unless specifically
instructed to in the user-repair instructions and you have the understanding and skills to
carry out the procedure.
Do not use fabric softeners or products to eliminate static unless the softener or product is
recommended for dryer use by the manufacturer of the fabric softener or product.
Clean the lint screen before or after each load.
Keep the area around the exhaust opening and surrounding areas free from lint, dust, and dirt.
The interior of the dryer and exhaust duct should be cleaned periodically by qualified service
personnel.
This appliance must be properly grounded. Never plug the power cord into a receptacle
that is not grounded adequately or not in accordance with local and national codes. See
installation instructions for information about grounding this appliance.
Do not sit on top of the dryer.
Ensure pockets are free from small, irregularly shaped hard objects, foreign material, etc. ie.
WARNING
coins, knives, pins, etc. These objects could damage your dryer.
Do not wash clothing with large buckles, buttons, or other heavy metal or solid objects.
Gas leaks may occur in your system, resulting in a dangerous situation.
WARNING
Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
Gas suppliers recommend you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector.
Install and use in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
Do not place items in your dryer that have been spotted or soaked with vegetable oil or cooking
oil. Even after being washed, these items may contain significant amounts of these oils.
Residual oil on clothing can ignite spontaneoulsy. The potential for spontaneous
combustion increases when items containing vegetable oil or cooking oil are exposed to
heat. Heat sources such as your dryer can warm these items, allowing an oxidation reaction
in the oil to occur. Oxidation creates heat. If this heat cannot escape, the items can become
hot enough to catch fire. Piling, stacking, or storing these kinds of items may prevent heat
from escaping and can create a fire hazard.
All washed and unwashed fabrics that contain vegetable oil or cooking oil can be
dangerous. Washing these items in hot water with extra detergent will reduce, but not
eliminate, the hazard. Always use the Cool Down cycle for these items to reduce their
temperature. Never remove these items from the dryer hot or interrupt the drying cycle until
the items have run through the Cool Down cycle. Never pile or stack these items when they
are hot.
Unpack your dryer and Inspect it for shipping damage. Make sure you have received all of the items
shown below. If your dryer was damaged during shipping, or you do not have all of the items, contact
1-800-SAMSUNG (726-7864).
To prevent personal injury or strain, wear protective gloves whenever lifting or carrying the dryer.
Packing materials can be dangerous to children. Keep all packing material (plastic bags, polystyrene,
WARNING
etc.) well out of children’s reach.
Do not move the product while holding the front part of the top cover of the dryer.
CAUTION
- This may cause the cover to be separated and result in injury.
• Use a 4-inch (10.2 cm) diameter rigid aluminum or rigid galvanized steel duct.
• Do not use a smaller duct.
• Ducts larger than 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter can cause increased lint accumulation.
Lint accumulation should be cleaned regularly.
• If a flexible metal duct must be used, use the type with a sti sheet metal wall. Do not use a flexible duct
with a thin foil wall. Serious blockage can result if the flexible metal duct is bent too sharply.
• Never install any type of flexible duct in walls, ceilings, or other concealed spaces.
• Keep the exhaust duct as straight and short as possible.
• Secure joints with duct tape. Do not use screws.
• Plastic flexible duct can kink, sag, be punctured, reduce airflow, extend drying times, and aect dryer
operation.
• Exhaust systems longer than recommended can extend drying times, aect machine operation, and
may collect lint.
• The exhaust duct should end with an exhaust hood with a swing-out damper to prevent back drafts and
the entry of wildlife. Never use an exhaust hood with a magnetic damper.
• The hood should have at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) of clearance between the bottom of the hood and
the ground or other obstruction. The hood opening should point down.
• Never install a screen over the exhaust outlet.
• To avoid lint buildup, do not exhaust the dryer directly into a window well. Do not exhaust under a house
or porch.
• If exhaust ductwork must run through an unheated area, the duct should be insulated and slope slightly
down towards the exhaust hood to reduce condensation and lint buildup.
• Inspect and clean the interior of the exhaust system at least once a year. Unplug the power cord before
cleaning.
• Check frequently to be sure the exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely.
• Check once per month, and clean at least one time per year. Note: If clothes are not getting dry, then
check ducting for obstructions.
• Do not exhaust dryer into any wall, ceiling, crawl space, or concealed space of a building, gas vent, or
any other common duct or chimney. This could create a fire hazard from lint expelled by the dryer.
ELECTRIC AND GAS DRYER
Weather Hood Type
RecommendedUse only for short-run installation
4” (10.2 cm)2.5” (6.4 cm)
No. of 90° elbowsRigidMetallic Flexible*RigidMetallic Flexible*
080 ft. (24.4 m)41 ft. (12.4 m)74 ft. (22.6 m)33 ft. (10.1 m)
168 ft. (20.7 m)37 ft. (11.2 m)62 ft. (18.9 m)29 ft. (8.8 m)
257 ft. (17.4 m)33 ft. (10.1 m)51 ft. (15.5 m)25 ft. (7.6 m)
347 ft. (14.3 m)29 ft. (8.8 m)41 ft. (12.5 m)21 ft. (6.5 m)
If the new dryer is being installed into an existing exhaust system, you must
make sure:
• The exhaust system meets all local, state, and national codes.
• That a flexible plastic duct is not used.
• To Inspect and clean all lint buildup from inside the existing duct.
• The duct is not kinked or crushed.
• The exhaust hood damper opens and closes freely.
The static pressure in any exhaust system must not exceed 0.83 inches of water column, or be
less than 0.
This can be measured with the dryer running with a manometer at the point where the exhaust
duct connects to the dryer. A no-heat setting should be used. The dryer tumbler should be
empty and the lint filter clean.
IMPORTANT TO INSTALLER
Please read the following instructions carefully before installing the dryer. These instructions should be kept
for future reference.
Remove the door from all discarded appliances to avoid the danger of a child suocating.
WARNING
LOCATION CONSIDERATIONS
Locate the dryer where there is enough space at the front for loading the dryer, and enough space behind
for the exhaust system. This dryer is factory-ready for rear exhaust. To exhaust out the bottom or the right
or the left (electric model only), use the accessory exhaust kit (sold separately). Instructions are included
with the kit. It’s important to make sure the room has enough fresh air. The dryer must be located where
there is no air-flow obstruction.
On gas dryers, adequate clearance as noted on the data plate must be maintained to ensure adequate air
for combustion and proper dryer operation.
Do not install or store the dryer in an area where it will be exposed to water and/or weather. Keep the dryer
area clear of combustible materials, casoline, and other flammable vapors and liquids. A dryer produces
combustible lint. The area around the dryer should be kept lint free.
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ALCOVE OR CLOSET INSTALLATION
You must exhaust the dryer to the outside to reduce the risk of fire when you install the dryer in alcove
or closet.
WARNING
• No other fuel-burning appliance should be installed in the same closet as the dryer.
• WARNING: To reduce the risk of fire, you must exhaust the dryer to the outdoors.
See Exhaust information section.
• Minimum clearances between the dryer and adjacent walls or other surfaces are:
2” in front, 17” on top, 1” on either side, and 5” in the back.
• The closet front must have two unobstructed air openings for a combined minimum total area of 72 in²
with 3” minimum clearance on the top and bottom. A louvered door with equivalent space clearance is
acceptable.
The installation of the dryer in mobile homes must conform to the Manufactured Home Construction and
Safety Standard Title 24 CFR, Part 3280 {formerly the Federal Standard for Mobile Home Construction and
Safety, Title 24, HUD (Part 280), 1975} for the United States) or CSA Standards Z240 (for Canada).
When installing a dryer in a mobile home, you must make provisions for anchoring the dryer to the floor.
Locate the dryer in an area that has adequate fresh air.
A minimum of 72 in² (465 cm²) of unobstructed space is required.
Call 1-800-SAMSUNG(726-7864) for information on purchasing the Floor Anchoring Kit as an accessory.
All mobile home installations must be exhausted to the outside with the exhaust duct termination securely
fastened to the mobile home structure, using materials that will not support combustion.
The exhaust duct may not terminate underneath the mobile home.
See Exhausting section for more information.
EXHAUSTING
The dryer shall not be exhausted into a chimney, a wall, a ceiling, an attic, a crawl space, or a concealed
space of a building.
Exhausting the dryer to the outside will prevent large amount of lint and moisture from being blown into the
room.
In the United States:
• All dryers must be exhausted to the outside.
• The required exhaust duct is 4 inches (10.2 cm) in diameter.
• Use only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically identified for use with the appliance
by the manufacturer and that comply with the Outline for Clothes Dryer Transition Duct,
Subject 2158A shall be used.
• See “Ducting Requirements” in installing your dryer section for the maximum duct length and
number of bends shall be used.
• The total length of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 2.4 m.
• Do not assemble the duct with screws or other fastening means that extend into the duct
and catch lint.
In Canada:
• All dryer must be exhausted to the outside.
• The exhaust duct should be 4 inches(10.2 cm ) in diameter.
• Use only those foil-type flexible ducts, if any, specifically indentified for use with the appliance
by the manufacturer shall be used.
• See “Ducting Requirements” in installing your dryer section for the maximum duct length and
number of bends.
• The total length of flexible metal duct shall not exceed 2.4 m.
• Do not assemble the duct with screws or other fastening means that extend into the duct
and catch lint
Outside the U.S. and Canada:
• Refer to the local codes.
You must exhaust the dryer to the outside to reduce the risk of fire when you install the
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dryer in an alcove or closet.
NEVER USE A PLASTIC OR NON-METAL FLEXIBLE DUCT.
If your existing ductwork is plastic, non-metal, or combustible, replace it with metal.
Use only a metal exhaust duct that is non-flammable to ensure containment of exhaust air,
heat, and lint.
THE INSTALLATION MUST CONFORM WITH LOCAL CODES, OR IN THE ABSENCE OF LOCAL
CODES, WITH THE NATIONAL FUEL GAS CODE ANSI/Z223.1, LATEST REVISION (FOR THE UNITED
STATES), OR WITH THE CAN/CGA-B149 INSTALLATION CODES (FOR CANADA).
Gas dryers are equipped with a burner vent for use with natural gas. If you plan to use your dryer with LP
(liquid propane) gas, it must be converted for safe and proper performance by a qualified service technician.
A 1/2” (1.27 cm) gas supply line is recommended and must be reduced to connect to the 3/8” (1 cm) gas
line on your dryer. The National Fuel Gas Code requires that an accessible, approved manual gas shut-o
valve be installed within 6” of your dryer.
Gas dryers installed in residential garages must be raised 18 inches (46 cm) above the floor.
Additionally, a 1/8” (0.3 cm) N.P.T. (National Pipe Thread) plugged tapping, accessible for test gauge
connection, must be installed immediately upstream of your dryer’s gas supply connection.
Your dryer must be disconnected from the gas supply pipe system during any pressure testing of the
system.
DO NOT reuse old flexible metal gas lines. Flexible gas lines must be design certified by the American Gas
Association (CGA in Canada).
• Any pipe joint compound used must be resistant to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas.
• As a courtesy, most local gas utilities will inspect a gas appliance installation.
GAS IGNITION – Your dryer uses an automatic ignition system to ignite the burner.
There is no constant burning pilot.
COMMONWEALTH OF MASSACHUSETTS INSTALLATION
INSTRUCTIONS
Your dryer must be installed by a licensed plumber or gas fitter. A “T” handle manual gas valve must be
installed in the gas supply line to your dryer. If a flexible gas connector is used to install your dryer, the
connector can be no longer than 3’ (36”).
• Gas leaks may occur in your system, creating a dangerous situation.
• Gas leaks may not be detected by smell alone.
WARNING
• Gas suppliers recommend you purchase and install a UL-approved gas detector.
• Install and use in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
The Wiring diagram is located on the plate below the control panel or frame back.
• Improperly connecting the equipment grounding conductor can result in a risk of electric shock.
WARNING
GROUNDING
This dryer must be grounded. In the event of malfunction or breakdown, the ground will reduce the risk of
electrical shock by providing a path of least resistance for the electrical current.
Check with a qualified electrician or serviceman if you are in doubt as to whether your dryer is
properly grounded. Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer – if it doesn’t fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.
• To prevent unnecessary risk of fire, electrical shock, or personal injury, all wiring and grounding
must be done in accordance with local codes, or in the absence of local codes, with the National
Electrical Code, ANSI/NFPA No. 70-Latest Revision (for the U.S.) or the Canadian Electrical Code
CSA C22.1 – Latest Revisions and local codes and ordinances. It is your responsibility to provide
adequate electrical services for your dryer.
• All gas installations must be done in accordance with the national Fuel Code ANSI/Z2231 – Latest
Revision (for the U.S.) or CAN/CGA – B149 Installation Codes – Latest Revision (for Canada) and
local codes and ordinances.
Gas models
WARNING
Your dryer has a cord with an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer – if it doesn’t fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
Never connect the ground wire to plastic plumbing lines, gas lines, or hot water pipes.
Electric models
WARNING
Your dryer has an optional cord with an equipment-grounding conductor and a grounding plug,
This cord is sold separately.
The plug must be plugged into an appropriate outlet that is properly installed and grounded in
accordance with all local codes and ordinances.
Do not modify the plug provided with your dryer – if it doesn’t fit the outlet, have a proper outlet
installed by a qualified electrician.
If a power cord is not used and the electric dryer is to be permanently wired, the dryer must
be connected to a permanently grounded metal wiring system, or an equipment grounding
conductor must be run with the circuit conductors and connected to the equipment grounding
terminal or lead on the dryer.
Before operating or testing, follow all grounding instructions in the Grounding section.
An individual branch (or separate) circuit serving only your dryer is recommended. DO NOT USE AN
EXTENSION CORD.
Gas models – U.S. and Canada
A 120 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service, with a 15-ampere fuse or circuit breaker is
required.
Electric models – U.S. Only
Most U.S. dryers require a 120 / 240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service. Some require
120 / 208 volt, 60 Hz approved electrical service. The electric service requirements can be found
on the data label located behind the door. A 30-ampere fuse or circuit breaker on both sides of
the line is required.
• If a power cord is used, the cord should be plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle.
• The power cord is NOT provided with U.S. electric model dryers.
Risk of Electric Shock
WARNING
When local codes allow, the dryer electrical supply may be connected by means of a new power
supply cord kit, marked for use with a dryer, that is U.L. listed and rated at a minimum of120/240
volts, 30-ampere with three No. 10 copper wire conductors terminated with closed loop
terminals, open-end spade lugs with turned up ends, or with tinned leads.
• Do not reuse a power supply cord from an old dryer. The power cord electric supply wiring
must be supported at the dryer cabinet by a suitable UL-listed strain relief.
• Grounding through the neutral conductor is prohibited for (1) new branch-circuit installations,
(2) mobile homes, (3) recreational vehicles, and (4) areas where local codes prohibit
grounding through the neutral conductor. (Use a 4-prong plug for a 4 wire receptacle, NEMA
type 14-30R.)
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Electric models – Canada Only
• A 120 / 240 volt, 60 Hz AC approved electrical service fused through a 30-ampere fuse or
circuit breaker on both sides of the line is required.
• All Canadian models are shipped with the power cord attached. The power cord should be
plugged into a 30-ampere receptacle.
It is not permissible to convert a dryer in Canada to 208 volts.
For proper installation, we recommend that you hire a qualified installer.
Read these instructions completely before you begin the installation.
To install the dryer, follow these steps:
1. Move your dryer to an appropriate location for installation. Consider installing the dryer and washer side-
by-side so you have easy access to both appliances.
To move the dryer easily, lay two of the carton cushion-tops on the floor. Tip your dryer on its side so it
lies across both cushion-tops. Push the dryer so that it is near its final location. Set your dryer upright.
Leave enough room around the dryer so you can attach the duct work, power cord, etc.
2. If you need to change the direction of the door, go to Door Reversal on page 19. When done, return to
Step 3 below.
3. Review the Exhausting section before installing the exhaust system. Install the duct work from your
dryer to the exhaust hood. The crimped end of the duct sections must point away from your dryer. DO
NOT use sheet metal screws when assembling ducting. These joints should be taped. Never use plastic
flexible exhaust material.
A tip for tight installations: Attach a section of the exhaust system to your dryer before putting it in
place. Use duct tape to secure this section to your dryer, but do not cover the ventilation slots at the
back of the dryer cabinet.
4. If you have an electric model, skip to Step 6. If you have a gas model, go to the next step.
5. Review the Gas Requirements section, then follow the lettered steps below.
a. Remove the pipe thread protective cap.
b. Apply pipe joint compound or about 1 1/2 wraps of Teflon tape over all threaded connections.
The pipe joint compound must be resistant to the action of any liquefied petroleum gas.
c. Connect the gas supply to your dryer. An additional fitting is required to connect the 3/4” (1.9 cm)
female thread end of a flexible connector to the 3/8” (1 cm) male threaded end on the dryer.
d. Securely tighten the gas line fitting over the threads.
e. Turn on the gas supply. Check all gas connections for leaks using a soap solution. If bubbles
appear, tighten the connections and recheck. DO NOT use an open flame to check for gas leaks.
6. Review the Electrical Requirements section, then follow the 3 Wire system connection instructions (Step
7) or 4 Wire system instructions (Step 8) below.
7. Three Wire system instructions:
A. External ground connector
B. Neutral grounding wire (white)
C. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
D. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
E. ¾” (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief
1. Loosen or remove the center terminal block screw.
2. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) of the power
cord to the center, silver-colored terminal screw of the
terminal block. Tighten screw.
3. Connect the other wires to outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
4. Tighten the strain relief screws.
5. Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into your Dryer’s rear panel slot.
Secure the cover with a hold-down screw.
If converting from a 4-wire electrical system to a 3-wire, you must connect the ground strap
to the terminal block support to ground the dryer frame to the neutral conductor.
WARNING
We recommend using Ring terminals. If you use Strap terminals, please ensure you install
them perfectly.
8. Four Wire System instructions:
A. External ground connector
B. Green or bare copper wire of power cord
C. ¾” (1.9 cm) UL-listed strain relief
D. Center silver-colored terminal block screw
E. Neutral Grounding wire (white)
F. Neutral wire (white or center wire)
1. Remove the External ground connector screw.
2. Connect the ground wire (green or unwrapped) of the
power cord to the external ground connector screw. If you
want to connect B (Green or bare copper wire of power
cord) to the Neutral Post without connecting it to A (cabinet
ground), call a service technician.
3. Loosen or remove the center terminal block screw.
4. Connect the neutral wire (white or center wire) of the power cord and the appliance ground
wire (green with yellow stripes) under the central screw of the terminal block.
5. Connect the other wires to the outer terminal block screws. Tighten screws.
6. Tighten the strain relief screws.
7. Insert the tab of the terminal block cover into your Dryer’s rear panel slot.
Secure the cover with a hold-down screw.
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We recommend using Ring terminals. If you use Strap terminals, please ensure you install
them perfectly.
All U.S.models are designed for a 3-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION. The dryer frame is grounded to
the neutral conductor at the terminal block. A 4-WIRE SYSTEM CONNECTION is required for new or
remodeled construction, mobile homes, or if local codes do not permit grounding through neutral. If
you use the 4-wire system, you cannot ground the dryer frame to the neutral conductor at the terminal
block.
Remove the terminal block cover plate. Insert the power cord with a UL-listed strain relief through the
hole provided in the cabinet near the terminal block.
A strain relief must be used. Do not loosen the nuts already installed on the terminal block. Be sure
they are tight. Use a 3/8” (1cm) deep well socket.
9. To ensure that the dryer provides optimal drying performance, it must
be level. To level the dryer, follow the lettered steps below:
a. Using a level, check if the dryer is level side to side and then front
to back.
b. If the dryer is not level, adjust the leveling feet on the bottom of
the dryer until the dryer is level side to side and back to front.
Turning the feet clockwise retracts the feet. Turning the feet
clockwise loosens and extends them.
If you have a dryer and washer
Level
To set the dryer to the same height as the washer, fully
retract the leveling feet by turning them counterclockwise,
then loosen the feet by turning them clockwise. Once
the dryer is the same height as the washer, follow the
directions above to level the dryer.
Leveling feet
Retract fullyThen loosen
Adjust the leveling feet only as much as necessary to level the dryer. Extending the leveling
feet more than necessary can cause the dryer to vibrate.
10. Make sure all gas connections (on gas models) and exhaust, and electrical connections are complete.
Plug in your dryer, and then check its operation by using the checklist on the next page.
11. For GAS MODELS ONLY
The burner may not ignite initially due to air in the gas line. Allowing your dryer to operate on a heat
setting will purge the line. If the gas does not ignite within 5 minutes, turn your dryer o and wait 5
minutes. Be sure the gas supply to your dryer has been turned on. To confirm gas ignition, check the
exhaust for heat.
CONNECTING THE INLET HOSE (DV48(5)H7400E(G)* ONLY)
METHOD1
The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.
1. If space permits, attach the brass female end of the “Y” connector to the cold water faucet.
2. Turn the cold water faucet o.
3. Attach the straight end of long hose to “Y’ connector.
4. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two-thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
5. Attach angled end of long hoses to fill the valve at the
bottom of the dryer’s rear frame. Screw on coupling by hand
until it is seated on fill valve connector.
6. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two-thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
7. Check that the water faucets are on.
8. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucets and hoses.
METHOD2
The dryer must be connected to the cold water faucet using the new inlet hoses. Do not use old hoses.
1. If “Y” connector cannot be attached directly to the cold water
faucet, the short hose must be used.
2. Turn the cold water faucet o.
3. Attach short inlet hose to cold water faucet.
Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on the faucet.
4. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional
two-thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
5. Attach ‘Y” connector to brass male end of small hose.
Screw on coupling by hand until it is seated on connector.
6. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two-thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
7. Attach angled end of long hoses to the fill valve at the bottom of the dryer rear frame. Screw on
coupling by hand until it is seated on fill valve connector.
8. Using pliers, tighten the coupling with an additional two-thirds turn.
Do not overtighten, as it may damage the coupling.
9. Check that the water faucets are on.
10. Check for leaks around “Y” connector, faucets and hoses.
01 installing your dryer
FINAL INSTALLATION CHECK LIST
The dryer is plugged into an electrical outlet and grounded properly.
The exhaust ductwork is hooked up and the joints are taped.
You have used rigid or sti-walled flexible metal duct material, not plastic flexible duct.
The dryer is level and is sitting firmly on the floor.
For gas models: The gas is turned on and there are no gas leaks.
Start your dryer to confirm that it runs, heats, and shuts o.
: The cover-hinge and handle door
: The holder-hinge and guider-
holder glass
12. Remove the Lever-Door, Cover-
Lever (DV45H7000E(G)* Only) and
then install it on the opposite side.
: DV48(5)H7400E(G)*/
DV45H7200E(G)* Refer Figure. 1
: DV45H7000E(G)* Refer Figure. 2
Refer to the illustrations on the
right to aid you in the assembly
process.
13. Remove the cover-hole (P).
14. Assemble the holder glass and then fasten the 14 screws
that you removed in step 9.
15. Attach the cover-hole.
Fig 2
Fig 1
L
P
16. Install the door on the frame-front and then fasten the
4screws that you removed in step 2.
Check the positions of the screws you installed in the hinge
door.
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, or injury to persons, read the IMPORTANT SAFETY
WARNING
INSTRUCTIONS before operating this appliance.
OVERVIEW OF THE CONTROL PANEL
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02 operating instructions, tips
DV45H7000E(G)*
Cycle Selector
1
To select a cycle, rotate the Cycle Selector dial to the desired cycle.
The indicator light by the cycle name will illuminate. The NORMAL, PERM
PRESS, HEAVY DUTY, BEDDING, SANITIZE, DELICATES, AND TOWELS
(DV48(5)H7400E(G)*, DV45H7200E(G)*) cycles are Sensor Dry cycles.
Sensor Dry automatically senses the moisture in the load and shuts the dryer
o when the load reaches the dryness level you have selected with the Dry
Level Selection Button (see below).
NORMAL – Use this cycle to dry loads of cotton, underwear, and linen.
HEAVY DUTY – Use this cycle to dry heavy fabrics such as jeans, corduroys,
or work clothes with high temperature heat.
BEDDING – For bulky items such as blankets, sheets and comforters.
SANITIZE – Sanitizes garments by infusing high temperature heat deep into
the fabric during the drying cycle. Use this cycle to keep your bedding and
curtains clean through sanitization.
DELICATES – The Delicates cycle is designed to dry heat-sensitive items at a
low drying temperature.
TOWELS (DV48(5)H7400E(G)*, DV45H7200E(G)*) – To dry bath towels and
similar items.
QUICK DRY – Provides a 30 minute drying cycle.
TIME DRY – Time Dry allows you to select the desired cycle time in minutes.
Turn the Cycle Selector dial to Time Dry, and then press the Adjust Time up
arrow to set the drying time. Press the arrow repeatedly to scroll through the
time settings.
REFRESH (DV48(5)H7400E(G)*) – Use to smooth out wrinkles and reduce
odors in loads of one to four items. In this cycle a small amount of water
is sprayed into the dryer drum after several minutes of tumbling with heat.
Confirm that the laundry load is dry.
AIR FLUFF(DV45H7200E(G)*) – The Air Flu cycle tumbles the load at room
temperature air.
WRINKLE AWAY (DV48(5)H7400E(G)*) – Removes wrinkles from clothes
stored in closets, etc. It provides wrinkle release via optimized steam care.
For best results, load 2-3 items at once. You can extend the drying time by a
minimum of 20 minutes , depending on the item type or load. Confirm that the
laundry load is dry.
WRINKLE RELEASE (DV45H7200E(G)* / DV45H7000E(G)* ) – The Wrinkle
Release cycle will release wrinkles from items that are clean, dry, and only
slightly wrinkled, such as clothes from a crowded closet, suitcase or items that
have been in the dryer too long after the cycle has ended. Wrinkle Release can
be used with any temperature selection.
The display window shows the estimated time remaining in the cycle after
you have pressed the Start/Pause button. The estimated time remaining may
fluctuates as the cycle progresses.
The Drying light will illuminate and remain lit until the cycle is complete.
Digital Graphic
2
Display
Dry Level
3
Selection Button
Temp Selection
4
Button
When your dryer is in the cool-down phase, the Cooling light will illuminate. When
your dryer is in the wrinkle prevent phase, the Wrinkle Prevent light will illuminate.
When the cycle is complete, “End” (DV48(5)H7400E(G)* / DV45H7200E(G)*) /
“0” (DV45H7000E(G)* will appear in the display panel until you push
the Start/Pause button or the Power button.
If your dryer is paused during a cycle, the indicator lights will blink until you press
the Start/Pause button.
To select the dry level in the Normal, Heavy Duty, or other Sensor Dry cycles,
press the Dry Level button. An indicator light will illuminate next to the dryness
level you selected.
Press the button repeatedly to scroll through the settings. Larger or bulkier
loads may require the Very Dry or More Dry setting for complete dryness.
Damp Dry is designed to partially dry items. Use for items that lay flat or hang
to dry.
To select the temperature for the load, press the Temp button. An indicator
light will illuminate next to the temperature you selected. Press the button
repeatedly to scroll through the settings.
High – For sturdy cottons or those labeled Tumble Dry.
Medium – For permanent press, synthetics, lightweight cottons, or items
labeled Tumble Dry Medium.
Low – For heat sensitive items labeled Tumble Dry Low or Tumble Dry Warm.
Extra Low (DV48(5)H7400E(G)*, DV45H7200E(G)*) – Provides the lowest
When using Manual Dry cycles, you can adjust the drying time by pressing the
time selection button.
During the Sensory Dry cycle, the time light indicator is o because exact
drying times are determined by fluctuating humidity levels.
Therefore, the actual drying time may dier from the displayed time.
Adjust Time – You can add or subtract time from the automatically set times
in the Manual Dry cycles (Quick Dry, Time Dry, Air Flu (DV45H7200E(G)*),
Wrinkle Release cycles or Wrinkle Away (DV48(5)H7400E(G)*) cycle.
To add or subtract time from the cycle, press the Adjust Time arrow pad up or
down until the desired time is displayed.
Wrinkle Prevent – Wrinkle Prevent provides approximately 180 minutes
of intermittent tumbling in unheated air at the end of the cycle to reduce
wrinkling. Press the Wrinkle Prevent button to activate this feature.
The indicator light above the pad will illuminate when you select Wrinkle Prevent.
The load is dry and you can remove it at any time during the Wrinkle Prevent cycle.
Mixed Load Bell – The mixed load bell that notifies you when the average
dry level in a load is damp dry (80 % dried). This lets you take garments that
you don’t want fully dried or that dry quickly out of the dryer early while letting
others continue to dry. You can select this function in all Sensor Dry cycles
except Sanitize. The dry level selections are limited to Normal Dry, More Dry,
and Very Dry.
Smart Care (DV48(5)H7400E(G)*, DV45H7200E(G)*) – Use this function
to check if the Dryer is out of order using your smart phone when the Dryer
malfunctions. This function is set if you press and hold the Mixed Load Bell key
for 3 seconds.
Press to pause and restart programs.
Press once to turn your dryer on, Press again to turn it o. If you turn
your dryer on and do not touch any buttons for 10 minutes, the power
automatically turns o.
02 operating instructions, tips
If you insert laundry into your dryer while it is extremely tangled immediately after your washer has
finished a wash or spin cycle, it may degrade the drying eciency or cause the door to open. We
recommend that you disentangle your laundry appropriately before inserting it.
If you want to set or release the Child Lock, press the Temp. and Time buttons simultaneously
for 3 seconds.
Child Lock Details
- You can turn Child Lock on while your dryer is running.
- Once you turn Child Lock on, no button, except for the Power button, will respond until you
turn o the Child Lock function.
- The Child Lock indicator will be lit.
If you have not turned o Child Lock, and then turned the dryer o and on, the Child Lock
function will still be on. To turn o Child Lock, follow the instructions above.
When other buttons, except for the Power button, do not respond, check the Child Lock
indicator. If Child Lock is on, follow the instructions above to turn Child Lock o.
Press and hold the Wrinkle Prevent button for 3 seconds or more.
You can turn the Drum Light on and o while your dryer is running and when it is
stopped. If you do not turn the Drum Light o 5 minutes after turning it on, the Drum Light
automatically turns o.
SOUND
The Sound O function can be selected during all courses.
Activating
If you want to activate the Sound O function, press the Dry Level button at the same time for 3
seconds. The “ ” will be lit when this feature is activated.
Deactivating
If you want to deactivate the Sound O function, press the Dry Level button at the same time for
3 seconds again.
When this function is selected, sound is turned o for all courses.
Even if the power is turned on and o repeatedly, the setting is retained.
SMART CARE (DV48(5)H7400E(G)*, DV45H7200E(G)* ONLY)
This function enables you to check the status of the dryer using a smartphone.
1. To enable the Smart Care function, press the power button to turn the dryer on and then press and hold
the Mixed Load Bell button for 3 seconds. If you press a button other than the Mixed Load Bell button
after turning the dryer on, you will not be able to activate the Smart Care function.
• The error code history is deleted after using the function.
2. If the Smart Care function is activated, the Smart Care indicator is lit on the display.
3. Run the Smart Care app on your smart phone.
• GalaxyS, GalaxyS2, GalaxyS3, GalaxyS4, GalaxyS2(HD), Galaxy Note, Galaxy Note2,
Galaxy Note3 (Other devices may not be normal operation).
Supported operating system: Android 2.2 or higher.
• IPhone 3 G S, iPhone 4/4S, iPhone 5/5S.
Supported operating system : OS 4.3 or higher.
4. Focus the smart phone’s camera on the display panel of the Dryer.
5. If the smart phone’s camera is focused on the display panel of the Dryer, the panel and error message is
automatically recognized and the error type and countermeasures are displayed on the smart phone.
6. If the smartphone fails to recognize the error code more than twice, please enter the error code
displayed on the display panel of the dryer manually into the Smart Care app.
Downloading the Smart Care app
• Download the Samsung Laundry App into your mobile phone from the Android market or Apple
App store. (Search word : Samsung Smart Washer/Dryer)
Precautions when using Smart Care
02 operating instructions, tips
• If light from a light bulb, fluorescent bulb, or lamp is reflected on the display panel of the dryer, the
smartphone may not be able to recognize the panel or error message easily.
• If you hold the smartphone at too large an angle relative to the front of the display panel, it may not
be able to recognize the error code. For best results, hold the smartphone so that the front of the
panel and the smartphone are parallel or nearly parallel.
Do not operate your dryer without the lint filter in place.
Frame Front
Filter
Door
LOAD THE DRYER PROPERLY
• Place only one washload in your dryer at a time.
• In mixed loads, heavy and lightweight fabrics will dry dierently. This may result in lightweight fabrics
being dry while heavy fabrics remain damp at the end of a drying cycle.
• Add one or more additional similar items to your dryer when you are drying only one or two items. This
improves the tumbling action and drying eciency.
• Overloading restricts tumbling action, resulting in uneven drying as well as excessive wrinkling of some
fabrics.
GETTING STARTED
1. Load your dryer loosely – DO NOT overload.
2. Close the door.
3. Select the appropriate cycle and options for the load (see pages 21, 22, 23).
4. Press the Start/Pause button.
5. The dryer indicator light will illuminate.
6. The estimated cycle time will appear in the display.
The time may fluctuate as humidity levels fluctuate in the dryer.
• When the cycle is complete, “End” (DV48(5)H7400E(G)* / DV45H7200E(G)*) / “0”
(DV45H7000E(G)*) will appear in the display.
• Pressing Power cancels the cycle and stops your dryer.
• The Drying, Cooling, and Wrinkle Prevent indicator lights will illuminate during those portions of the
cycle.
Do not place anything on top of your dryer while it is running.
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
Do not spray cleaners directly on the panel.
The control panel finish may be damaged by some laundry pre-treatment soil and stain remover products.
Apply such products away from your dryer and wipe up any spills or overspray immediately.
TUMBLER
Remove any stains from the tumbler caused by crayon, ink, fabric dye (from new items such as towels or
jeans) and so on with an all-purpose cleaner.
Tumble old towels or rags to remove any remaining stain or cleaning substance.
Once these steps are followed, stains may still be visible, but should not transfer to subsequent loads.
POWDER COATED TUMBLER
To clean the powder coated tumbler, use a damp cloth with a mild, non-abrasive cleaner suitable easily
marred surfaces.
Remove cleaner residue and dry with a clean cloth.
DRYER EXTERIOR
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Do not use abrasive substances.
Protect the surface from sharp objects.
Do not place any heavy or sharp objects or a detergent box on the dryer. They can scratch or damage the
top cover of the dryer. Keep these items in the separately purchased pedestal or in a separate storage box.
The entire dryer has a high-gloss finish. Avoid scratching or damaging the surface when using the dryer.
03 care and cleaning
DRYER EXHAUST SYSTEM
Inspect and clean the dryer exhaust system yearly to maintain optimum performance.
The outside exhaust hood should be cleaned more frequently to ensure proper operation.
Please follow the care label or manufacturer’s instructions for drying special
items. If care label instructions are not available, use the following information as
a guide.
Bedspreads & Comforters• Follow the care label instructions or dry using the Bedding cycle.
• Make sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
• May require repositioning to ensure even drying.
Blankets• Use the Normal cycle and dry only one blanket at a time for best
tumbling action.
• Make sure the item is thoroughly dry before using or storing.
Curtains & Draperies• Use the Perm Press cycle and medium temperature to help minimize
wrinkling.
• Dry these in small loads for best results and remove as soon as
possible.
Cloth Diapers• Use the Normal cycle and the High temperature settings for soft,
Doesn’t run.• Make sure the door is latched shut.
• Be sure the power cord is plugged into a live electrical outlet.
• Check your home’s circuit breakers or fuses.
• Press the Start/Pause button again if the door is opened during the
cycle.
Doesn’t heat.• Check your home’s circuit breakers or fuses.
• Select a heat setting other than Air Flu.
• On a gas dryer, check that the gas supply is on.
• Clean the lint filter and exhaust duct.
• Dryer may have moved into the cool-down phase of the cycle.
Doesn’t dry.• Check all of the above, plus...
• Be sure the exhaust hood outside the home can open and close
freely.
• Check the exhaust system for lint buildup. Ducting should be
inspected and cleaned annually.
• Use a 4” rigid metal exhaust duct.
• Do not overload. 1 wash load = 1 dryer load.
• Sort heavy items from lightweight items.
• Large, bulky items like blankets or comforters may require
repositioning to ensure even drying.
• Check that the washer is draining properly to extract adequate water
from the load.
• Load may be too small to tumble properly. Add a few towels.
Is noisy.• Check the load for objects such as coins, loose buttons, nails, etc.
Remove promptly.
• It is normal to hear the dryer gas valve or heating element cycle on
and o during the drying cycle.
• Be sure the dryer is leveled properly as outlined in the installation
instruction.
• It is normal for the dryer to hum due to the high velocity of air moving
through the dryer drum and exhaust system.
Dries unevenly.• Seams, pockets, and other similarly heavy areas may not be
completely dry when the rest of the load has reached the selected
dryness level. This is normal. Select the Very Dry setting if desired.
• If one heavy item is dried with a lightweight load, such as one towel
with sheets, it is possible that the heavy item will not be completely
dry when the rest of the load has reached the selected dryness level.
Sort heavy items from lightweight items for best drying results.
Has an odor.• Household odors from paint, varnish, strong cleaners, etc. may enter
the dryer with the surrounding room air. This is normal as the dryer
draws the air from the room, heats it, pulls it through the tumbler, and
exhausts it outside.
• When these odors linger in the air, ventilate the room completely
before using the dryer.
Shuts o before load is dry• The dryer load is too small. Add more items or a few towels and
restart the cycle.
• The dryer load is too large. Remove some items and restart the dryer.
Lint on clothes• Make sure the lint filter is cleaned before every load. With some loads
that produce high amounts of lint, it may be necessary to clean the
filter during the cycle.
• Some fabrics are lint producers (for example, a fuzzy white cotton
towel) and they should be dried separately from clothes that are lint
trappers (for example, a pair of black linen pants).
• Divide larger loads into smaller loads for drying.
• Check pockets thoroughly before washing and drying clothes.
Garments still wrinkled after
Wrinkle Release
Odors remain in clothing
after Air Flu.
INFORMATION CODES
Information codes may be displayed to help you understand what is occurring with your Dryer better.